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The BMW Hydrogen 7 - the world's first hydrogen-powered luxury sedan - has been selected to participate in the first-ever WIRED LivingHome. Designed by Ray Kappe, FAIA, this modern luxury residence will serve as an example of how people can effectively balance green living with high technology and high design. Located in an exclusive Los Angeles neighborhood, the 4,057 square foot WIRED LivingHome is designed to attain at least a Gold rating from the United States Green Building Council's (USGBC) LEED® for Homes Program.
Running in hydrogen mode, the BMW Hydrogen 7 essentially emits nothing but water vapor, representing a major step in reducing harmful CO2 emissions. It is not a concept car, but a production model vehicle that has successfully completed BMW's entire Product Development Process. The car features a duel combustion engine with two fuel tanks - one for hydrogen and one for regular gasoline, which may be switched from one to the other seamlessly with the simple push of a button on the steering wheel. While the BMW Hydrogen 7 is not for sale, it is considered to be a milestone in bringing forward hydrogen as the sustainable fuel for individual transportation.
The BMW Hydrogen 7 was selected to be part of the WIRED LivingHome because it marries the three overarching concepts embodied by the WIRED LivingHome - technology, sustainability and design. Like the BMW Hydrogen 7, the WIRED LivingHome offers tangible proof that a focus on luxury and a focus on the environment do not have to be mutually exclusive.
"The WIRED LivingHome is an opportunity to showcase the best products featured in WIRED magazine" said Jay Lauf, Publisher. "We are working with partners who represent the best in technology, sustainability and design on this home. The BMW Hydrogen 7 represents that."